MAP-A Assessment
NEWS and UPDATES
Instructor's Guide and Implementation Manual
The 2011-2012 Instructor's Guide and Implementation Manual is now available.
Assessment Results
Results for assessments given as part of the Missouri Assessment Program are available via the Missouri Comprehensive Data System Portal (MCDS). For more information contact the office of Data System Management at dsm@dese.mo.gov or 573-522-3207.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
| Dates | Information |
|---|---|
Sept. 12 |
ProFile Opens |
Sept. 12 - Nov. 4 |
Enrollment Window |
Dec. 5 - Jan. 6, 2012 |
Materials Shipped To District |
Jan. 6, 2012 |
Transfer Student Participation Deadline |
Jan. 9 - Feb. 3, 2012 |
First Collection Period |
Feb. 6 - March 2, 2012 |
Second Collection Period |
| March 9, 2012 | Deadline for Return Shipping |
| March 23, 2012 | ProFile Closes |
MAP-A RESOURCES
- Enrollment Information/ProFile
- Instructor's Guide and Implementation Manual
- General Resources
- Powerpoints/Web Meetings
ABOUT MAP-A ASSESSMENTS
The MAP-Alternate (MAP-A) is a portfolio-based assessment that measures student performance based on alternate achievement standards. The MAP-A is aligned with Missouri's Show-Me Standards. The MAP-A assessment relies on the involvement of teachers to customize the assessment for each student. The MAP-Alternate (MAP-A) is designed only for students with significant cognitive disabilities who meet grade level and
eligibility criteria.
Who takes the MAP-A Assessment?
The decision as to how a student with disabilities is chosen to be eligible for the MAP-A assessment is determined by the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) team using DESE-established criteria.
If a student becomes eligible for the MAP-A assessment, they do not participate in the Grade-Level or End-of-Course assessments.
Students must meet certain criteria to be eligible for the MAP-A assessment.
At what grades is the MAP-A given?
Communication Arts is assessed at grades 3-8 and 11.
Math is assessed at grades 3-8 and 10.
Science is assessed at grades 5, 8 and 11.
What are AGLEs/APIs?
The Alternate Grade-Level Expecations (AGLEs) are the standards used for the alternate assessment, and are aligned to the Show-Me Standards. Ther Alternate Performance Indicators (APIs) are skills that are assessed through the MAP-A Binders.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about: |
Contact: |
Assessment Administration |
DESE Assessment 573-751-3545 |
Enrollment/Binder Submission |
Assessment Resource Center 800-366-8232 |
Eligibility/Compliance |
DESE Special Education |
Technical support for ProFile |
Measured Progress 877-934-8378 |